Outbreak of <i>Mycobacterium mucogenicum</i> Bloodstream Infections among Patients with Sickle Cell Disease in an Outpatient Setting

Abstract

The source of the M. mucogenicum bacteremia outbreak was identified by genotyping analysis as the clinic tap water supply. The preparation of intravenous medications near the sink was likely an important factor in transmission, along with the presence of a faucet aerator.